The harsh truth about selling (or buying) a dental practice

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A strategic guide for dentists who want to sell, buy, or simply build a profitable, walkaway-ready practice Dentists ask me all the time—”With rising tariffs, inflation, and economic uncertainty… what’s going to happen to the dental practice market?” My answer? It hasn’t changed in 20 years. Because at the core of every dental market shift—whether … Read more

Can you sell your dental practice without a lawyer? | Weekly Wisdom

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Can you sell your practice without a lawyer involved? More importantly, would you want to? Dr. James Vassallo shares his opinion after going through the process of a practice sale with dental lawyer Michael Carabash’s help. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!

Digital innovation in dental instrument sterilization: Meeting RCDSO’s latest guidelines

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The cornerstone of patient safety in dental practice lies in proper instrument sterilization and meticulous documentation. As the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) continues to emphasize stringent sterilization protocols, dental practices face increasing challenges in maintaining comprehensive records while managing busy clinical schedules. Critical parameters in instrument sterilization The RCDSO guidelines mandate … Read more

Thinking of retiring? You need to plan ahead

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Take the (fictitious) case of established dentist Dr. Emily Smith. She read some articles and heard through colleagues and professional presenters that it takes between 2 to 3 years of planning to have a smooth sale. Why so long? Because it takes time for any selling dentist to make sure: (i) the practice is in … Read more

Essential tax strategies for dental professionals | Episode 24

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David Chong Yen joins Dr. Jordan Soll to discuss strategies to enhance dental practice cash flow and maximize its value. He emphasizes the importance of tax planning and gives practical examples that dentists can implement for a successful practice sale down the line. Newcom Media Inc · Episode 24 – Essential tax strategies for dental … Read more